Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor (MEP)

Watford (Hertfordshire) office (base) with regular travel to London – Need to be eligible to live and work in UK

About Brightway Consultants Ltd

Brightway is a dynamic, client-focused Quantity Surveying consultancy delivering commercial and cost management services across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a strong specialism in Mechanical and Electrical (MEP) services.

The Role

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an Assistant to Project Level MEP Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team. The role is based in our Watford office, with regular travel to London and surrounding areas to attend client offices and live construction sites.

You will support the commercial delivery of MEP packages, typically working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mechanical & Electrical Contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Measurement and quantification of MEP works from drawings and specifications (take-offs)
Tendering and procurement of MEP packages
Preparation of subcontract enquiries and analysis of returns
Payment applications and upstream account management
Cost reporting (CVR), forecasting and cashflow management
Subcontractor procurement and downstream account management
Change management (variations) both upstream and downstream
Assisting with the preparation and agreement of final accounts
Attendance at client and site commercial meetings

Skills & Experience

Experience working on M&E / MEP projects preferred
Strong ambition to develop a long-term career in MEP Quantity Surveying
Candidates from a technical M&E background looking to transition into Quantity Surveying are encouraged
Ideally experience working for an M&E main contractor or specialist subcontractor
Strong post-contract experience highly valued

Candidate Requirements

Relevant experience as a Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor (Assistant to Intermediate level)
Commutable to Watford and willing to travel regularly into London
Eligible to work in the UK
CSCS Card holder
Degree (or equivalent qualification)
MRICS or working towards
Strong numerical and IT skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Career Development, Training & Progression

We are committed to long-term professional development and offer:

Full support for career progression
Structured in-house training in MEP commercial management and contract administration
Ongoing mentoring from experienced commercial professionals
APC mentoring and structured support towards MRICS
Exposure to a wide range of MEP projects to accelerate technical and commercial growth

Benefits & Reward

Freelance considered
Salary: £35,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

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